This form is used when Grantor grants, assigns, and conveys to Grantee, its successors and assigns, a right of way and easement and the privilege to lay, repair, maintain, operate, and remove pipelines and replace existing lines with other lines, for the transportation of oil or gas and related products, water, and any other fluids or substances, together with the right to install valves, fittings, meters and similar appurtenances as may be necessary or convenient to the operation of any lines, and to erect, repair, maintain, remove and operate electric lines, telephone lines, graphite and steel anodes, and other devices (for the control of pipeline corrosion), over, across, and through Grantor's land described within.
North Carolina Pipeline Easement is a legal agreement between a landowner and a pipeline company that grants the company the right to construct and operate a pipeline on the landowner's property for the purpose of transporting oil, natural gas, or other commodities. It is a significant aspect of energy infrastructure development in North Carolina and plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliable delivery of energy resources across the state. There are several types of North Carolina Pipeline Easements, each with its own specific characteristics and requirements: 1. Permanent Easement: This type of easement grants the pipeline company a permanent right to use a specific portion of the landowner's property for the pipeline infrastructure. The pipeline company has the right to construct, operate, and maintain the pipeline indefinitely. 2. Temporary Easement: A temporary easement allows the pipeline company to use a portion of the landowner's property for a limited period. This type of easement is typically used during the construction phase of the pipeline project. Once the construction is complete, the temporary easement is terminated, and the land is restored to its original condition. 3. Right-of-Way Easement: A right-of-way easement is a specific type of permanent easement that grants the pipeline company the right to access and maintain the pipeline within a defined strip of land. This type of easement ensures that the pipeline company has unobstructed access to the pipeline for inspection, maintenance, and repairs. 4. Limited Use Easement: A limited use easement allows the pipeline company to use a portion of the landowner's property for a specific purpose, such as installing a valve, meter, or other equipment related to the pipeline infrastructure. This easement is generally narrower in scope compared to a permanent or temporary easement. 5. Non-Exclusive Easement: In some cases, multiple pipeline companies may seek easements on the same property. A non-exclusive easement allows more than one pipeline company to have rights to use the same portion of the land for their pipelines. This type of easement ensures that multiple companies can operate parallel pipelines without conflicting interests. 6. Crossing Easement: A crossing easement specifically applies to situations where a pipeline needs to cross an existing pipeline or other infrastructure on the landowner's property. It grants the pipeline company the right to construct and maintain a crossing point while demonstrating necessary coordination and safety measures. These various types of North Carolina Pipeline Easements cater to different needs depending on the pipeline project's nature, duration, and specific requirements. Understanding the intricacies of these easements is crucial for both landowners and pipeline companies to ensure mutually beneficial agreements while considering the economic, environmental, and legal aspects associated with the development of the state's pipeline infrastructure.
